About Bruce Kastin, MD

Dr. Bruce R. Kastin is the Chief of the Division of Comprehensive Neurology at MGH.

Dr. Kastin joined the MGH department of Neurology with more than 20 years of experience caring for those confronting a broad spectrum of neurologic disease and disability. He is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Boston University's six year BA/MD program and completed his Neurology training at The New York Hospital - Weill Cornell Medical Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.  

Dr. Kastin has a special interest in the neurologic issues of adults diagnosed with ASD, Down Syndrome and other developmental disabilities.

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Locations

Mass General Neurology
55 Fruit St.
Boston, MA 02114
Phone: 855-644-6387

Mass General Neurology: Comprehensive Neurology Division
55 Fruit St.
Wang Ambulatory Care Center
Boston, MA 02114
Phone: 617-726-8639

Medical Education

  • MD, Boston University
  • Residency, New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell

Note: This provider may accept more insurance plans than shown; please call the practice to find out if your plan is accepted.


Publications

  • Fragile X chromosome frequency is consistent temporally and within replicate cultures.
    Jenkins EC, Kastin BR, Krawczun MS, Lele KP, Silverman WP, Brown WT.
    Am J Med Genet. 1986 Jan-Feb;23(1-2):475-81.
    PMID: 3953660 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

Reviews: Comments and Ratings

4.8out of 5(278 Ratings, 102 Comments)

January 2025

Dr. Kastin saw me on time and was very familiar with my long and complex medical history although this was my first appt. with him. He listened to me carefully and explained his thoughts clearly. We had a good discussion as to a plan of action. He made several recommendations which are all in his after visit report in detail and assured me that he ... Read More


January 2025

I really appreciated how Dr. Kastin was so informed about my entire medical history and about my recent tests that I was asking him about. He was very thorough and he listened to everything I had to say and recommended some follow-up visits to other providers to make sure I got the best care and best diagnosis. I just really appreciate him taking ... Read More


January 2025

I have used this doctor before, very impressed with him. He's very knowledgeable, great at answering questions, has a good sense of humor.


January 2025

Yes, Dr. Kastin and I had a virtual visit. He was right on time and he also had spent a lot of time checking into my medical history and he knew all about me, all my medications. It was as if, you know, he read everything about any of my symptoms. I strongly would recommend him to anybody. He was very thorough, very accurate and also was putting ... Read More


January 2025

Excellent and very much appreciated


January 2025

I felt he was very knowledgeable and provided me a good path forward to address my concerns.


January 2025

Dr. Kastin was extremely personable and caring about my needs.


January 2025

Very positive experience. Dr. Kastin was very good at listening and providing advice.


January 2025

Dr. Kastin is not only a subject matter expert, but in addition a caring human being. He asks very pointed questions and provides expert guidance and medical advice on the right medications to treat the condition. He has beautiful way of relating to his patients and I consider myself blessed to have him as my doctor.


January 2025

I felt totally assured that Dr. Kastin had been thorough and accurate in assessing my situation and lucky to be his patient.

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